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Charles Okumu Bwire v Brick and Mortar Holdings Ltd [2022] KEELRC 541 (KLR)

[2022] KEELRC 541 (KLR) Employment & Labour Relations Court
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Court
Employment & Labour Relations Court
Case number
541
Citation
[2022] KEELRC 541 (KLR)
Decided
14 March 2022
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TypeUnlawful TerminationPostureClaimant's Suit DismissedCoramByram Ongaya
Holding

The claimant failed to establish the existence of a contract of service, and the suit is dismissed.

Facts

Claimant Charles Okumu Bwire was employed by Brick and Mortar Holdings Ltd as a general supervisor from July 5, 2016 to March 3, 2017. He alleged unfair termination and sought compensation for unpaid salary, house allowance, and public holidays.

Issues

  1. Existence of a contract of service
  2. Unlawful termination

Reasoning

The Court found inconsistencies between the pleadings and evidence regarding the employment commencement date, salary, and contract formation. The claimant also failed to disclose crucial terms of the alleged contract.

Outcome

Suit dismissed

Orders

  • Claimant to bear own costs

Authorities cited

Legislation (1)
  • Employment Act, 2007
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